Comparing Decimals

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What is a decimal?

Back

A decimal is a way of representing numbers that are not whole numbers, using a point (.) to separate the whole part from the fractional part.

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How do you compare decimals?

Back

To compare decimals, align the numbers by the decimal point and compare each digit from left to right.

Front

What does it mean when two decimals are equal?

Back

It means that both decimals represent the same value, even if they are written differently (e.g., 0.6 and 0.60 are equal).

Front

What is the value of 0.1 in hundredths?

Back

0.1 is equal to 0.10, which is 10 hundredths.

Front

Which is greater: 0.24 or 0.51?

Back

0.51 is greater than 0.24.

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What is the relationship between 0.10 and 0.1?

Back

0.10 and 0.1 are equal; they represent the same value.

Front

How do you express 0.47 in terms of hundredths?

Back

0.47 can be expressed as 47 hundredths.

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What does the symbol '>' mean?

Back

The symbol '>' means 'greater than'.

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What does the symbol '<' mean?

Back

The symbol '<' means 'less than'.

Front

If 0.15 is compared to 0.51, which is smaller?

Back

0.15 is smaller than 0.51.